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I am a Seattle Architect and can answer architecture and design related questions. Ask me about material suggestions or usage. Ask me about design options - what is good design and what is bad. Ask me about choosing exterior house colors and furniture layout options. Ask me about detailing and assembling houses or components in the home. Ask me about green design or materials. Ask me about choosing an architect, the architectural services, basement remodels, second story additions, and whole house remodels. Ask me about garage design, bathroom remodels, laundry and mudroom design, family room additions, and roof deck additions.
Experience in the area
Over 12 years of practice in the Architectural field including three years of internship plus 5 years of school. I have taught at the Knowlton School of Architecture at the Ohio State University and lectured at Carnegie Mellon University. I currently own and run the Seattle Architecture Firm, Motionspace Architecture + Design PLLC.
Organizations
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB, Seattle Architects | Motionspace Architecture + Design. More information at our blog the (un)common house. Lumen ID Custom Engraved Switch Plates with Labels.
Education/Credentials
BArch from Carnegie Mellon University & Andrew Carnegie Scholar
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Recent Answers from Nazim Nice
2009-11-23 Low cost alternatives:
Hi Aaron, I would say in general, the idea is somewhat feasible. Here are some of the issues you may face: 1. Many zoning codes require garages, or at least parking spaces, so you may need to replace
2009-11-21 architectural definitions:
There may be in a particular jurisdiction, but this probably varies per jurisdiction based on their rules, laws, definitions, etc. I am not aware of a 'general' definition that deals with light laws though
2009-11-18 cantilevered home construction:
Hi Bob, Sounds like it could be a very cool house! It reminds me of some of the homes seen on HGTV's extreme home program, such as this one: http://www.hgtv.com/home-improvement/extreme-living-homes-that-stand-way-outside
2009-11-09 remodeling:
Hi Danielle, The answer will of course depend on the specifics of the structure you are looking at, but typically in a wood framed building things like this can be accomplished with the right structural
2009-11-05 Paint Colors:
Hi Lindsey, So you have a roof that has quite a lot of red in it. Take a look at these townhouses on our website: http://www.motion-space.com/ourwork/ourwork_selbournelane1.htm (Click thru where
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